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Humboldt IPA Nectar

Humboldt IPA Nectar

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An India Pale Ale (IPA) brewed by
Humboldt Brewing (Firestone Walker, Nectar Ales)

Arcata, California USA

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1893.69/5.03.69/5.05.28%88.3Shaker, Tulip P  Stats

Commercial Description:
This IPA is a classic example of an India Pale Ale. In lighter proportions, we use the same English crystal malt and wheat malt. In addition we add Carapils malt for a light toasted flavor. It is slightly sweet with a malty aroma and lighter yeast ester aromas than the Red. It is hopped with Chinook for an aggressive, though not overpowering bitterness. We use Willamette in the middle, with Mt. Hood and Cascade hops at the end of the boil for the floral/citrus hop aroma characteristic of an Indian Pale Ale.

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 cathcacr (527), Portland, Oregon, USA
4.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/510/105/519/20
Oct 1, 2007    Updated: Mar 1, 2008
A fine and distinctive example of this style. Very crisp, very fresh floral, citrusy presentation, followed on the back end by honeyey sweetness, full body, soft and smooth finish. The balance of bitter and sweet in this is top-notch.


Modulo (6), Sellersville, Pennsylvania, USA
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4.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
10/104/510/105/518/20
Nov 14, 2007  
Truly a classic IPA. Found to be just as delightful as Russian Rivers Pliny the Younger but easier to get. Beautiful label as with taste is even appealing to the ladies. Tap Handle kicks butt as well.


 thehinge (227), Wilmington, Delaware, USA
4.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
10/104/59/105/518/20
Sep 4, 2006  
This has a big piney aroma.....love that. Pours a bright orange with an off white head. Lacing is plentiful. There’s not much to dislike about this IPA. Caramelly, fruity front end with a balanced, hoppy finish. Very good for the style.


 labattblueleaf (225), Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
4.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/105/58/105/518/20
Apr 25, 2004  
Typically over-hopped, but tasty IPA. Didn't go great with the Doritos I had but would be excellent with a good bread or crackers. Very bitter with an orange color.


 DocLock (4175), Lower Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania, USA
4.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/59/104/517/20
Jun 14, 2004  
This one was a nice surprise. Pours dark golden/light coppery with a big white head and nice lacing. Aroma of huge hops, fruit, florals, citrus, and honey. Tastes slightly dry, with a nice fruit, hop, citrus, honey, and chardonnay finish. Great smooth finish.



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